posted June 25, 2004 15:33            

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Originally posted by dinger51:
I just called Time Warner (Ohio) and asked them. They haven't heard of Qbid yet. I left a message with the marketing director and hopefully she will call back.

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posted June 25, 2004 15:36            

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Originally posted by weepingjester:
i just called comcast to see if they knew anything...i asked the guy if i could buy the service, and he said that it wasn't available yet (which we already knew). then i asked if they were planning to offer it when it was available, and he said yes (good news!). then i asked when they might know more about it, and he said to call back in two weeks (also good news!).

if you wanna confirm, dial 1-800-comcast, then a bunch of "1"'s to get to the english version, cable tv, services, order new programming, place.

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posted June 25, 2004 15:37            

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Originally posted by Smctbone:
Just to make sure...when you call, ask about Q Television Network...not QBID.
They probably wont have any idea what QBID is even if they know everything about QTN.

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posted June 25, 2004 15:38            

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Originally posted by cool1sh:
QBID or Q-TV?
Just checking.

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posted June 25, 2004 15:43            

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Originally posted by Booty Quest:
These people probably make close to minimum wage and aren't privy to info till it's upon them. These are not career employees that go the extra mile to be on top of their game, IMO.

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I agree, but I though I would give it a try

GO Q!

posted June 25, 2004 15:43            

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Originally posted by Booty Quest:
These people probably make close to minimum wage and aren't privy to info till it's upon them. These are not career employees that go the extra mile to be on top of their game, IMO.

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posted June 25, 2004 15:44            

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Originally posted by dinger51:
I also mentioned Q-television and was even more specific explaining it is a gay and lesbian network coming soon. They still had not heard yet. I am sure they will very soon! I am still very optimistic.

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posted June 25, 2004 15:46            

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Originally posted by Booty Quest:
These people probably make close to minimum wage and aren't privy to info till it's upon them. These are not career employees that go the extra mile to be on top of their game, IMO.

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posted June 25, 2004 15:53            

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Originally posted by dinger51:
Looking at the last couple of months, when a delay or fluf has come out, pps has gone down a lot. We are holding well with the delay. I have a great feeling about next week.

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posted June 25, 2004 15:59            

>
> You have received an inquiry on the following news release.
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Rights; Network Committed to Developing Programs That Reflect the Concerns of the Gay and Lesbian Community
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> Please assist us by responding in a timely manner.
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> How can I find out when this channel will actually be available? Will
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posted June 25, 2004 16:00            

"Thank you for your e-mail inquiry to Bright House Networks. I am here to assist you with your inquiry regarding The Q Television Network.

We do not have immediate plans to offer this network on our channel lineup. We continually review our channel lineup to be sure we provide a wide array of diverse programming. From time to time, we do make changes. Opinions from our customers, such as your e-mail, are important to us as we evaluate our options. Thank you for taking the time to share your interests.

Thank you for being a Bright House customer. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any additional inquiries you may have. Have a great day!"

posted June 25, 2004 16:08            

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Originally posted by Booty Quest:
Yes, Daddy...

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posted June 25, 2004 17:26            

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Originally posted by dinger51:
I just called Time Warner (Ohio) and asked them. They haven't heard of Qbid yet. I left a message with the marketing director and hopefully she will call back.

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posted June 25, 2004 18:16            

Oh, and I don't lie. Period.

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Originally posted by Smctbone:
Valid concerns...but realize that they never stated they secured funding for 2 years. That information was provided by someone here who supposedly talked to Frank...not that I dont trust that person

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posted June 25, 2004 19:01            

I TOOK THE CASH ADVANCE AND BOUGHT QBID AT .0104. (yes even though it was heading south, I had no worries) I had a sell order @.0116 anyway.. I went to work and I was happy to see my sell order filled. BANG. $600 IN MY POCKET. CREDIT CARD PAID OFF TONIGHT. NO INTEREST CHARGED. ONLY $100 FOR CASH ADVANCE. THANKS FOR SAYING NO.

HAVE A NICE WEEKEND EVERYONE.

I DON'T SUGGEST ANYONE DO THAT!!

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Originally posted by kbpkt:
I've stayed off here since I bailed on QBID, but Bigtip, use some common sense. I think even the biggest cheerleader here would advise you against taking a credit card advance to buy more. Think about it. $5000 at 10% interest = $500 in interest a year, plus what ever your cash advance fee is (usually 2%-5% for the amount advanced, so $100-$250) I know you said you plan on paying back the amount in a week, but you'll need to make at least a couple hundred dollars just to break even on the cash advance fee. And, no matter what happens, win or lose, you still have to pay back that $5000. Theres a reason the SEC doesnt allow people to buy securities under $5 PPS on margin. Way too risky. Your credit card company also won't give you a margin call to save your a$$, if QBID sinks. Either way, its your money. I'm just trying to install some common sense.

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posted June 25, 2004 19:48            

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Originally posted by firefly:
Party at big tippers house.
Still holding strong.
GO QBID

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posted June 25, 2004 19:52            

and your math dont add up.

but i see where it was possible.

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Originally posted by 1BigTip:
TO
penny-trader
brandwilliams
gphs98
& ANY OTHERS THAT SAID NO.

I TOOK THE CASH ADVANCE AND BOUGHT QBID AT .0104. (yes even though it was heading south, I had no worries) I had a sell order @.0116 anyway.. I went to work and I was happy to see my sell order filled. BANG. $600 IN MY POCKET. CREDIT CARD PAID OFF TONIGHT. NO INTEREST CHARGED. ONLY $100 FOR CASH ADVANCE. THANKS FOR SAYING NO.

HAVE A NICE WEEKEND EVERYONE.

I DON'T SUGGEST ANYONE DO THAT!!

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posted June 25, 2004 20:50            

still holding all my shares....

posted June 25, 2004 20:51            

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Originally posted by WinsumLosesum:
That was me, Smctbone. Frank told me on the phone they got 2 years of funding from "one of the top 5 houses". So maybe he got the additional 3 years funding privately. The fact that he got it so quickly sounds impressive to me. Obviously, there's some people with money out there who think the Q will be successful.
Oh, and I don't lie. Period.

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posted June 25, 2004 23:25            

"All we have to do is launch!"

posted June 25, 2004 23:38            

"8:30AM – 9:45AM PLENARY

Asking and Telling: How the LGBT Debate Is Changing Politics
With a constitutional showdown brewing over the legality of same-sex marriage and courts weighing in on everything from adoption rights to sodomy laws, LGBT issues are shaping up to be a major component of this year’s presidential campaign. Do presidential candidates take on these issues at their peril? How has this changed over the years? Will they become a permanent part of national political campaigns? Our panel of veteran journalists will discuss these questions.

Coordinator: Geoff Dankert, Managing Editor, WFLD-TV (Chicago) & NLGJA Board Member
Margaret Carlson, Panelist, CNN’s The Capital Gang
Dan Rather, Anchor and Managing Editor, CBS Evening News & Correspondent, 60 Minutes II
Armstrong Williams, Host, The Right Side With Armstrong Williams
David A. Sirulnick, Executive Vice President, News & Production, MTV"

source: http://www.nlgja.org/convention/schedule2004.html

So Barbara L's interview has either happened or didn't by now...if so, a separate announcement about that would be nice to hear over the weekend, just to keep the mood up.

Hoping for an exciting week ahead!

posted June 25, 2004 23:50            

This one's just for you!

"ALL WE HAVE TO DO IS LAUNCH!"

posted June 26, 2004 03:23            

dz

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Originally posted by OilMan:
The moon moved into a new thinger majigger and I won 2 prises on PrizeWize so I predict QBID to reach a new high by Thursday!

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posted June 26, 2004 09:25            

TRANSCRIPT of HOTLINE Message, 06/25:

- BEGIN MESSAGE -

"Welcome to the Q Television Network Hotline:

Due to the fact that we are currently waiting
for confirmation from the carriers that we have
been added to their billing systems, and
confirmation of the carriers' launch dates for
the Q Television Network, it will be necessary
for us to wait until next week to make a formal
announcement.

The Network had to produce a guarantee that
we have funding for the next 5 years, which is
a major requirement of the carriers. This funding
was obtained through private sources and does
not affect the shareholders.

We are currently renovating our New York sales
office, and this is scheduled to open on August 1st.
We are also currently researching the lease of a
mobile studio, so that the Network will have the
capability of coming to your area.

We'll have more information for you very soon.
Thank you for your patience, and we know you
are anxious to hear more news.

Have a great weekend, and we'll talk to you next week!"

posted June 26, 2004 11:42            

MISSION:
Comcast is committed to promote, increase and improve the level of the overall participation of diverse businesses.

VISION:
Our vision at Comcast is to provide equal access and opportunity to all suppliers and to facilitate nondiscriminatory business relationships with diverse businesses.

POLICY:
Comcast has long been a leader in the communications industry. Our success has in part been attributable to the diversity in our people and products. We believe that diversity in our supply base is integral to our continued success. Comcast is committed to and believes in providing equal opportunity to all suppliers and will actively seek diverse businesses with whom we will partner.

Continuously expanding our supplier base fosters increased competition. This competition helps keep the costs of goods and services in line with changing market conditions. Additionally, small and diverse businesses help create jobs for people within the geographic area in which they operate, thus distributing wealth among members of that community.

Our commitment to supplier diversity begins at the top. Ralph and Brian Roberts have instilled their personal philosophy toward diversity throughout the company. David L. Cohen, Executive Vice President of the company, brings more than a decade of experience with diversity issues in the public and private sectors to his position at Comcast. Steve Burke, President of the Cable Division, is making the expansion of our supplier base a key part of the Comcast business model. He has communicated Comcast's vision statement to each division executive, and has charged each division to put in to place proactive supplier diversity efforts.

Comcast views Supplier Diversity not as a project or a program, but as the way we will conduct business. We believe strongly in providing equal opportunity to qualified suppliers to participate in the bid process. We facilitate nondiscriminatory business opportunities with diverse businesses. We want our efforts to result in success.

posted June 26, 2004 12:40            

But since it's made you feel lucky for Qbid, I'll be happy to ride your lucky coat tails.
As it were.

posted June 26, 2004 12:45            

at the end of the year they will send you a 1099 form on which will indicate your "earnings". You will have to pay taxes on the full retail value of what you won - not on how much it cost to win it.

posted June 26, 2004 13:20            

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